What does white foamy discharge mean?
It may happen from chemical irritation. This may be from too much douching or over-use of yeast medicines. It may also be caused by infection, like: Candidiasis (thick, white, cottage cheese-like, discharge that does not smell) Trichomonas (foamy, yellow-green foul-smelling discharge)
What is classed as unusual discharge?
Unusual or atypical vaginal discharge differs in color, consistency, smell or quantity compared to your usual discharge. Unusual vaginal discharge may be a symptom of a bacterial imbalance, an infection or an STI, or in rare cases, cervical cancer.
When should I be worried about discharge?
You should contact your doctor if you notice your vaginal discharge has changed from its typical consistency, color, and smell, or if you have other symptoms in your vaginal area. You should discuss your vaginal discharge with your doctor if: it has changed in consistency and appears yellow, green, or even gray.
Is it normal to feel discharge come out?
Healthy vaginal discharge varies from person to person. It also changes throughout their menstrual cycle. In general, healthy vaginal discharge can appear thin and watery or thick and cloudy. Clear, white, or off-white vaginal discharge is also perfectly normal.
Is white frothy discharge normal?
A thick, white discharge can occur throughout your menstrual cycle. This discharge is known as leukorrhea, and it’s completely normal. The discharge may start out thinner in the days leading up to ovulation, or when an egg is released. During ovulation, the discharge or mucus may become very thick, and mucus-like.
What is the cause of foamy sperm?
This is called proteinuria. It’s a sign of chronic kidney disease or the late stage of kidney damage, called end-stage renal disease. A less common cause of foamy urine is retrograde ejaculation, which is a condition that happens in men when semen backs up into the bladder instead of being released from the penis.
